College and Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Presentation
The College and Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo are notable examples of the presence of the Order of the Discalced Carmelites in Coimbra. Located in the upper area of the city, these buildings represent a symbiosis between religious architecture and academic life, playing an important role in welcoming and educating students linked to the order.
The church, with its understated beauty, is a place of spirituality and history worth discovering.
Observations
The college no longer serves its original purpose and has been subject to new uses and reconfigurations.
Schedule
09:00 - 17:00
Particularities
The church features the simplicity typical of the Carmelite order, with an emphasis on the harmony of architectural lines and Marian devotional elements.
Extra Information
It is part of the UNESCO-listed heritage landscape of Coimbra’s Upper area, serving as a testament to the city’s religious heritage.
Aspetos Diferenciadores
The connection to the Discalced Carmelites, with their spirituality centered on silence, prayer, and contemplation, gives the ensemble a unique character within the network of religious colleges.
History
The Carmo College was founded in the 17th century to serve as a space for the formation of Discalced Carmelites. The church, dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, complemented this spiritual and educational mission.
Over the centuries, the ensemble has been adapted for new functions but remains a reference in the historical and religious landscape of Coimbra.
College and Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Rua da Sofia, 114
3000-389
Coimbra
ordem_3a.sfr.coimbra@sapo.pt
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